Medication: Anti Depressants- used in the treatment of panic attacks and panic
disorders. this doesn't take effect for several weeks. For them to
work, they need to be taken continuously, not just during a panic attack.
Some antidepressants are under certain categories: SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
Benzodiazepines- this anti anxiety drug acts very quickly (within 30
minutes to 1 hour). If they are taken during a panic attack, it will decrease
some symptoms. Benzodiazepines are addictive and have withdrawal
symptoms. Take with caution.
Common recommendations medications
Alprazolam (Xanax)- panic, generalized anxiety, phobias, social phobias
Clonazapam (Klonopin)- panic, phobias, social phobias
Treatment: -cognitive behavioral therapy- this type of treatment focuses more on the behaviors
and thinking patterns. It also helps you look at your fears in a more realistic manner. - taking an antidepressants can reduce the occurrence of a panic attack and can
also help prevent anxiety. -psychotherapy is a treatment that can clear up the disorder.
Definition:
Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder that is unexpected.
The physical symptoms may include chest pain, heart
palpitations, shortness of breathe, dizziness, or abnormal stress.
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Medication:
Anti Depressants- used in the treatment of panic attacks and panic
disorders. this doesn't take effect for several weeks. For them to
work, they need to be taken continuously, not just during a panic attack.
Some antidepressants are under certain categories:
SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
- celexa
- Lexapro
- Luvox
- Paxil
- Prozac
- Zoloft
SNRIs (Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors)- cymbalta
- effexor
- pristiq
MAOIs (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors)- Nardil
- Parnate
Tricyclics- adapin
- Anafranil
- Elavil
- Endep
- Ludiomil
- Norpramin
- Pamelor
- Pertofrane
- Sinwquan
- Tofranil
OthersBenzodiazepines- this anti anxiety drug acts very quickly (within 30
minutes to 1 hour). If they are taken during a panic attack, it will decrease
some symptoms. Benzodiazepines are addictive and have withdrawal
symptoms. Take with caution.
Common recommendations medications
Treatment:
-cognitive behavioral therapy- this type of treatment focuses more on the behaviors
and thinking patterns. It also helps you look at your fears in a more realistic manner.
- taking an antidepressants can reduce the occurrence of a panic attack and can
also help prevent anxiety.
-psychotherapy is a treatment that can clear up the disorder.
For more information:
Go to
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/panic-disorder/index.shtml
&
http://helpguide.org/mental/panic_disorder_anxiety_attack_symptom_treatment.htm
&
http://www.healthyplace.com/anxiety-panic/anxieties-site/common-medications-for-anxiety-disorders/menu-id-1201/
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http://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/understanding-panic-attack-treatment
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http://www.healthyplace.com/depression/antidepressants/list-of-antidepressants/menu-id-68/